Improving later life: understanding the oldest old: This book provides insights from various contributors into key points for professionals making decisions about those aged 85 and over. Messages include: the oldest old are more diverse in health than the younger old and cannot all be treated the same; chronological age is a weak predictor of life expectancy and response to treatments; and many illnesses associated with age can be treated or avoided, especially if the oldest old receive good co-ordination across services and specialities to offer the best treatment.
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